PSIR Optional Foundation Course with Test Series for CSE 2025 and 2026

About the Faculty:

• Dr. Piyush Kumar Chaubey is an experienced educator with over 10 years of teaching Political Science & International Relations.
• He has successfully mentored and taught more than 1000 civil service candidates.
• Dr. Chaubey holds a Ph.D. in Political Science, Polity, and International Relations from JNU.
• He has previously taught at Delhi University and Jamia Millia Islamia.
• Currently, Dr. Chaubey is a faculty member for Polity and PSIR at NEXT IAS.

Why to choose PSIR as an Optional subject?

• PSIR (Political Science and International Relations) is a popular optional subject for civil service aspirants due to its relevance and comprehensiveness.
• It offers a deep understanding of political systems, governance, international relations, and global issues, providing a holistic perspective on the world.
• PSIR covers a wide range of topics including political philosophy, comparative politics, Indian government and politics, international organizations, diplomacy, and security studies.
• Studying PSIR enhances critical thinking skills, analytical abilities, and the capacity to evaluate and interpret political scenarios.
• It equips aspirants with the knowledge and tools to analyze domestic and global political dynamics and formulate effective policies.
• PSIR is particularly beneficial for those interested in pursuing careers in public administration, diplomacy, international relations, or political research.
• By choosing PSIR as an optional subject, candidates gain a comprehensive understanding of the political landscape, which is essential for success in civil service examinations and for contributing meaningfully to governance and international affairs.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage of entire PSIR syllabus (Paper I & II).
• Emphasis on inter-linking PSIR with General Studies (GS) papers.
• Special lectures on answer writing techniques.
• Focus on providing crisp and relevant study material, incorporating current trends.
• Detailed discussions on previous year's questions and expected questions.
• Exclusive monthly magazine dedicated to PSIR subject matter.
• Test series with 10 tests, including 8 sectional and 2 full-length tests.

Access and Support:

• Access for offline students will be provided on-demand via email, considering exam schedules or medical conditions.
• They can access up to a maximum of 20 days throughout the course, either intermittently or consecutively, upon submission of relevant supporting documents.
• Missed class backup will be available for offline students, with systems designated for viewing 1 or 2 missed lectures in the institute. Students can book slots to watch missed lecture videos in the institute.

Revision Backup:

• 30 days access post-course completion or 30 days access after prelims for both offline and online batches.